Chapter 7: I Know You Would Come...

"I guess, I must leave" came a voice from behind.

As soon as Stella exited the room, Naira pushed Hector away and began, "what are you doing here?"

"I am the CEO of Hit company," Hector said proudly

"If that's so, then I will break the deal. The Staron company will not collaborate with YOU." Said Naira rudely and was about to leave when Hector caught her by hand.

"You should not let any personal relationships affect the professional one." Saying he left her hands

"So Miss Staron, or shall I call you Miss Naira?" Asked Hector sitting on the chair after Naira.

"Call me Miss Staron," Naira said firmly

Her attitude had changed to more bossy and rude. But Hector liked the new Naira even more. She was confident and perfect. He was glad that she was alive and had a better life than he thought.

"Okay, Miss Staron. Please begin your presentation." Hector said

***

They had a wonderful presentation. Both companies being extremely professional had a 99.9 percent chance of success. During the presentations, Hector usually looked at Naira with a smile. As soon as the presentation was over, Naira got up and said, "Mr. Tiron, we would be happy to make a collaboration with you. Thank you for listening. Now we must leave."

"What about a coffee?" He offered to stop her

"Sorry, I am allergic to it." She lied

"Then let's have lunch"

"I have no appetite."

Her annoying answers were now annoying Hector

"Please Naira. You have to listen to my explanations." Hector tried

"I have nothing to hear," she said but as she was about to slam the door, Hector said loudly, "No matter what, I will clear everything to you. I will wait for you tonight at the Nessi Cafe at 7 pm. Please come."

***

Naira was in her cozy house having a cup of coffee. It was very cold weather today, so she had worn a home jacket. She then went to the TV and operated the news.

"Today the temperature will go up to -20° C in most states of California. There are chances of heavy snowfall. We advise you to stay home and have a cozy time with your family. Thank you." Said the news.

Naira closed the TV and looked at the window. Snow had already started to fall. She looked at her watch. It was 9 pm. Hector would surely not be waiting for her... At least that was what she thought...

***At the Nessi Cafe***

"Sir, we are closing the cafe. If you have something to order then please do so." Said a waitress

Hector couldn't argue with her, as it was already 10 pm. He came out and stood in front of the cafe, which was being closed. He looked at the streets. Everything was closed and no men were outside. But he stood there. He believed that she would come. If only for him...

***At Naira's place***

Naira couldn't sleep. She was just changing her position in bed. Then she got up and looked at the watch. It was already midnight. But suddenly a thought came up, "What if he would be standing there yet now?" With a worried look, she hastily grabbed a snow coat, and a shawl and went out in the heavy snow.

***At the Nessi Cafe***

Naira breathlessly came to the Cafe but she saw no one. She at some point had hoped Hector to be there. She had made a promise to herself that if Hector would be there then she would at least listen to his explanation. But he...

She turned back with disappointment, and that's when she saw him. He was pale and looked weak. The last thing he said was, "I knew you would come." And then he collapsed...